SAFW Menwear Competition 2015

SAFW launched the SAFW Menswear Competition in 2014, the first competition of its kind in the country. This platform is created to catapult menswear designers into the creative fashion design industry in South Africa. As the restrictions placed upon menswear fashion are diminishing, menswear designers are now reaping the reward of a greater portion of the retail market. Finalists have the opportunity to showcase at SA Fashion Week to an audience of buyers, media and avid fashion-leaders.

THE FINALISTS

The finalists, who were selected from 35 entries, showcased their SA Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2016 Collections through the SAFW Menswear Competition platform included:

MEET THE JUDGES

2015 WINNER

Rogue Wear

Rogue is a menâ€™s apparel brand founded on the principles of high quality, innovative design and superior fit. With a firm foundation in the craftsmanship of traditional menswear, the brand aims to develop a visual aesthetic that merges futurism with classicism. Graduating from LISOF in 2011 with a Bachelor of Arts in Fashion, Henni draws inspiration from current and future technologies by continually exploring and experimenting with various concepts. The vision for the business is to launch an online store and build the brand through local boutiques and small retailers.